Special Issue on “Buildings and Structures under Extreme Loads”

Abstract

Exceptional loads on buildings and structures may have different causes, including high-strain dynamic effects due to natural hazards, man-made attacks, and accidents, as well as extreme operational conditions (severe temperature variations, humidity, etc [...]

Special Issue on “Buildings and Structures under Extreme Loads II”

“…Accordingly, especially for existing structures or strategic buildings, the need for retrofit or mitigation of adverse effects suggests the definition of optimal and safe use of innovative materials, techniques, and procedures. This Special Issue follows the first successful edition [1] and confirms the need of continuous research efforts in support of building design under extreme loads, with 13 original research papers focused on various key aspects of structural performance assessment for buildings and systems under exceptional design actions and operational conditions.…”